HOME PROFILE: New Swampscott home offers spectacular features

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Feb 12, 2018 at 3:09 PMFeb 12, 2018 at 3:09 PM

Perched high on a knoll, this spectacular residence built in 2016 has a mini back story: the foundation is from a previous house on the property. With that exception and some exquisitely reclaimed materials — more about those in a moment — everything else is brand new and, everything is positively stunning.

By Barbara ForsterGateHouse Media

ADDRESS: 1 Cliff Road, Swampscott

BEDROOMS: 4

BATHROOMS: 3 full; 1 half

LIVING SPACE: 4,602 sq. ft.

PRICE: $3,125,000

Perched high on a knoll, this spectacular residence built in 2016 has a mini back story: the foundation is from a previous house on the property. With that exception and some exquisitely reclaimed materials — more about those in a moment — everything else is brand new and, everything is positively stunning.

Although words like "amazing" and "gorgeous" are the norm in this masterfully crafted home, its real beauty is that function is so seamlessly integrated within the design plan it feels intuitive. The elevator in this multi-level home is an example, as it goes from the ground floor to the upper level creating long-term accessibility not to mention convenience.

Another impressive fact is that absolutely no detail (regardless of how small) was overlooked.

Let’s talk kitchen…

Antique limestone floor tiles (sourced from the Languedoc region in France) with radiant heat are right at home in this huge 21st Century chef’s kitchen with all the bells and whistles including a Wolf, 5-burner gas stove with two ovens and a grill topped by a custom hood and a Sub Zero wine cooler. Custom hand-painted cabinetry — used also on panels for the refrigerator and dishwasher — complements the White Rhino marble countertops and back splash. An extra-long island with storage, a microwave "drawer" and a farmer’s sink seats three.

Charm and function live together beautifully in the adjacent butler’s pantry with glass-front cabinetry. Concave crown molding and an arched entry are another dash of pizzazz.

A large dining area (fully open to the kitchen) has a broad five-window bay that overlooks the two-level white brick patio and flows into a gracious living room with two sets of French doors — each has four large panes of glass — that open to the patio. The fireplace is an elegant indoor feature.

The den/library, however, is outstanding. Here, the gas fireplace with an antique French mantel with extravagant carvings, the vaulted ceiling — easily 16-feet high — is another and the two sets of extra tall doors command attention. By the way, the "standard" ceiling throughout this home is 10-to-11-feet high and the flooring is antique French reclaimed oak (tongue-and-groove).

The first-floor master suite — another one is on the second floor — reflects that statement. The coffered barrel ceiling (with uplighting) in the sleeping chamber is impressive as is a roomy bump out (with the same ceiling) that also has French doors to a "front" patio. Ideal as an office this is great private sitting room, too.

The walk-in closet/dressing room is customized for maximum ease and efficiency. The top of the two level hanging system has a pull-down handle, for example, plus open shelving, shoe racks, cubbies and a built-in seven-drawer bureau.

Under-lighting for the floating, custom-crafted black walnut vanity in the en suite bathroom is eye-catching (yet practical — cleaning is easy) but the walk-in shower with a linear drain that matches mini floor tiles is a scene stealer. OK, so is the black marble tile in the shower surround that complements the gray travertine stone floor with radiant heat. Tooled leather wallpaper is another beautiful feature.

A full size washer and dryer fit easily in a nearby laundry room with a sink, ample cabinetry and a window (with a view). As for the mudroom — besides its radiant heated floor, this area has floor-to-ceiling storage options: cabinets and closets.

A powder room -- with a great vessel sink — is also on the first floor.

Second floor: better and better

Beauty and elegance continue in the second floor master suite. The sleeping chamber has wonderful "outside" views of the ocean and surrounding trees as well as "indoor" ones like the gas fireplace flanked by cozy window nooks. Incidentally as this is at one end of the floor and around the corner, privacy is guaranteed.

The walk-in closet/dressing room is filled with custom built-ins that include floor-to-ceiling cabinets (with mirrors), built-in drawers and a bench (with drawers underneath). A pocket door is a space saver.

Unforgettable is the essence of the en suite spa-like bathroom with radiant heated marble floors, a freestanding soaking tub with a hand-held spray and a step-in shower in a frameless glass enclosure with a surround of extra-long subway tile. A ceiling mounted shower head is a luxurious touch; hand-painted decorative panels on the long vanity are beautiful ones.

Two very nicely sized bedrooms with good closet space (of course) at the other end of this level share a full bathroom that has a tub/shower combination with glass sliders. A pedestal sink and an arched window add character but the barrel ceiling is the definite show-stopper.

About the lower level…

As well-planned and as beautifully crafted as the rest of the house, this level is filled with practical features that include a gigantic walk-in cedar closet with open shelving and hanging spaces. A wall of closets — large and outfitted with open shelving, cubbies, etc., — are in another "wing" on this level.

In addition to dedicated gym/exercise space, this level also has access to the heated garage.

Contact Mitch Levine of Sagan Agency Realtors at 781-883-6460 or 781-593-6111 or by email: mitchtherealtor@aol.com.